The name Meghalaya in Sanskrit means the “abode of the clouds” and this northeastern state. The state is geologically rich, with valley and rich plateaus that are fertile and consist of many Archean rock formations and visitors come to the state for its stunning waterfalls, hill, dense forest and valleys for a quiet and invigorating time.

At a Glimpse

The state is famous for its stunning and raw beauty and is the only hill station in India that is accessible from all sides of the locations. It has some unique traditional food like the Jadoh, which is pork meat cooked with red rice, which can be cooked in pigs’ blood. Pumaloi is another staple that is made from rice flour and is considered a delicacy. The state has many languages with English being the official language. The other commonly spoken languages are Khasi, Garo, and Pnar.

Places to Visit

The state is steeped in history with various places to visit for vacationers. It offers beautiful caves, hills, and rock formations; Williamnagar is one great place to see the birds, besides this there are other interesting places to visit such as Tura and Cherrapunji. This state has many geological wonders that are worth a visit.

Meghalaya is a perfect getaway for a quiet and restful vacation with phenomenal food and diverse culture.